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Maryland Bill Seeks to Prohibit Cell Phone Use While Driving

A bill in the Maryland House would prohibit drivers’ use of hand-held cell phones. HB29 would permit only “hands-free” devices in moving vehicles, according to the Associated Press.The infraction would be a secondary offense, meaning police could only ticket drivers if pulled over for some other offense. Violators could be fined $500 with no points off the driver’s license.The bill would exempt emergency calls.